Holy Relics of Lord Buddha to be Exposed for Public Veneration in Arunachal Pradesh from 31 October to 21 November 2026

The Ministry of Culture, in collaboration with the Government of Arunachal Pradesh, the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC), and the National Museum, New Delhi, is organizing an exposition of the Holy Relics of Shakyamuni Buddha in Arunachal Pradesh from 31 October to 21 November 2026. The exposition covers Tawang, Bomdila, and Namsai, allowing public veneration or darshan. The sacred Piprahwa relics are being transported using Indian Air Force aircraft and helicopters. Accompanying events include an exhibition titled 'Unearthing the Sacred Piprahwa' and an international conference on 'Buddhism: Dissemination in the Himalayan Region and Beyond' featuring delegates from India and six other countries.